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Published : Jul, 2023

Low budget | Any price accom | Any food
Hostel (Rm): $30-50 | Activities: $15 | Accom: $35 | Transpo: $15 | Food: $15 | Travel Total Exp./day: $90 | Hostel (Dorm):$10-20
Colombia has quickly become one of the hottest destinations for travelers, and for good reason. From its stunning beaches to its historic cities, this is a country that offers something for everyone. Rising from the ashes as one of the most dangerous countries in the world, Colombia is now becoming a safe… or let me say “safer” haven for travelers.

I was lucky enough to travel throughout some of Colombia’s major cities and regions. My travels in Colombia were nothing short of an adventure! From the lively cityscape of Bogota, I took a bus with many stops to reach the exuberant beaches of Cartagena and Santa Marta. Having spent over a month exploring this beautiful country, I was able to experience so much during my stay.

In today’s world, Colombia is a popular destination for digital nomads, and while the majority of them are settling in the vibrant cities of Medellin and Bogota, I was able to explore some other places in the country...

Published : Jun, 2023

Any food
Salchipapa | Lechona Tolimense | Arepas | Cocteles | Cooking Classes | Cocada | Food Tours | Bocadillo | Empanadas | Guarapo | Carimañolas | Chicha | Buñuelos
I’m not going to lie, I’m a street food guy through and through. It’s what excites me most about any trip.
We spent over a month eating our way through Colombia, and while I did enjoy fine dining restaurants like Leo in Bogota, nothing revved me up more than the prospect of eating good Colombian street food.

From arepas de huevo in Cartagena to perros calientes in Medellin, if you’re visiting Colombia and have a passion for street food like I do, then this list of the best Colombian street foods will be very useful to you.

Published : Jun, 2023

Sites and attractions | Cultural Activities | Outdoor Activities
Bogota | Cartagena | El Peñón de Guatapé | glamping site in Guatapé | Medellín - City of Eternal Spring”
Our trip to Colombia was our first trip ever to South America, together. Daan already visited Ecuador about ten years ago, and we have traveled to Central America already, Costa Rica to be precise. For our Gay Colombia Travel Guide, we started our Colombia adventure with some days off in the Caribbean sun. Therefore, we flew from Dresden via Amsterdam with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines to Cartagena. For the first week we didn’t plan anything super wild but to relax and adjust to the time difference in the so-called ‘Pearl of the Caribbean’ swimming in the Caribbean Sea under palm trees and exploring the historical center of Cartagena...

Published : Jun, 2023

Sites and attractions | Health | Other logistics
Tips | Bogota | Arepas | Colombian Coffee | Monserrat | Guerrillas
Here are excerpts of my letters from Colombia to my Dad in Canada, and his responses; the catalyst for some unique conversations about life in Colombia!

Dear Nora,

Glad you arrived safely in Colombia. You realize of course that the previous sentence makes absolutely no sense whatsoever to a father.

Love, Dad

Published : Jan, 2023

How to get there | Sites and attractions | Suggested itinerary | Other logistics | Any price accom | Any food
2-Wks. in Colombia Itinerary | Travel Insurance | Cost for 2 Wks | Bogota | Summing Up your 2 wks. | Cartagena | Tayrona Natl. Park | How to Get Around Colombia | Medellin & Guatapé | Salento Coffee Region
Colombia is becoming an evermore popular tourist destination, and it's one that's full of adventures. If you have 2 weeks in Colombia, here's the ultimate Colombia itinerary that squeezes in beaches, jungles and city life.

Published : Jan, 2022

How to get there | Sites and attractions | Long distance transport | Outdoor Activities
Volcan de Lodo El Totumo | San Gil | Tayrona Natl. Park | Caño Cristales | Palomino | Ciudad Perdida | La Guajira | Bogota | Villa de Leyva | Medellin | Salento | Cartagena | Cocora Valley | Rosario Islands | Leticia
If you need some help planning your trip to Colombia, we'll help you narrow down your options. From coffee plantations to tropical beaches and colorful cities, these are the 12 very best places to visit in Colombia!

Published : Jan, 2022

Suggested itinerary | Health | Other logistics
Is Colombia Safe to Travel Now? | Is it Dangerous in Colombia? | Travel Safety Tips | Is Colombia Safe to Travel Alone? | How Safe is it for Americans? | Is it Safe for Solo Female Travelers? | Is Drinking Water Safe? | Travel Insurance | Is Taxi Safe? | Is the Food Safe to Eat? | Is Colombia Safe to Live?
Colombia has a notorious history of civil war and drug cartels. But the country has evolved immensely over the past couple of decades. It's a very different country than it used to be...

So, is Colombia safe to travel? The short answer is “yes.” But the reality of how to stay safe in Colombia is a bit more complicated, and really depends on who you ask...